Too Much For My Armada?
Ok so it’s clear that RV.net has some really experienced and educated folks. I have searched far and wide and found a ton of info but I still need some help closing in on an exact answer. My family ...
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First off the Armada is not a small SUV as most posters seem to think. It is based on the Titan truck platform and is a fairly stout vehicle. Payloads range from 14-1700lbs depending on model. Not to be confused with the smaller Pathfinder which also used to have Armada in its name.
That being said a 32-36', 7800lbs empty trailer is way too much for the Armada.
As mentioned, you will be payload limited. Load the family into the vehicle and go to a scale. Subtract the loaded weight from your GVWR and that's what you have left for tongue and hitch weight. A 6k loaded tt is probably a good estimate.
That being said a 32-36', 7800lbs empty trailer is way too much for the Armada.
As mentioned, you will be payload limited. Load the family into the vehicle and go to a scale. Subtract the loaded weight from your GVWR and that's what you have left for tongue and hitch weight. A 6k loaded tt is probably a good estimate.
